VIN 4VGJBEHD3WN863820 — 1998 Volvo WG
Recorded with Howard Septic Tank Service Inc · USDOT 819675
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 4VGJBEHD3WN863820 |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | WG |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | FL N1437X (Florida) |
| Last inspected | 2025-07-30 |
Recorded vehicle, plate and carrier history
These are dated observations in the records available to us. They do not establish ownership, a sale, a transfer date, or continuous use between observations. The latest observation may not describe today’s vehicle or carrier.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-30 | 4VGJBEHD3WN863820 | FL N1437X | HOWARD SEPTIC TANK SERVICE INC · USDOT 819675 |
Evidence: FMCSA inspection observations and retained snapshots of our vehicle records. Coverage is incomplete; an unreported change cannot be dated from these records.
Most recently recorded carrier for this vehicle
Howard Septic Tank Service Inc Active
- USDOT
- 819675
- MC
- 651865
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Branford, FL
- Power units
- 3
- Drivers
- 3
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 5
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 66.7%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-07-30). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
View full carrier profile →Authority, insurance & bonds, safety scores, crash history, inspections and the full fleet list.What this means
4VGJBEHD3WN863820 is a 1998 Volvo WG operated by Howard Septic Tank Service Inc (USDOT 819675). License plate on its inspection records: FL N1437X. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 6 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
1998 Volvo WG is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 4VGJBEHD3WN863820. It is a truck-tractor built by VOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC at the NEW RIVER VALLEY, VIRGINIA plant. Powertrain: VE7 engine, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)) places it in Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2025-07-30). Its records show 6 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 5 vehicle, 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2025-07-30) was in Florida, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 13 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (12), followed by Driver Fitness (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Howard Septic Tank Service Inc (USDOT 819675) on 2025-07-30 — 1 inspection, 6 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | VOLVO TRUCK |
| Model | WG |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier |
| Manufacturer | VOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | NEW RIVER VALLEY Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | VIRGINIA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | VE7 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Fuel Type Primary | Diesel Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range. |
| Brake System Type | Air Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 4x2 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 12 | ⚠ High |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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